MIKE TYSON’S comeback fight against Roy Jones Jr will be pay-per-view on BT Sport leaving fans fuming.
But the Battle of Britain between Daniel Dubois and Joe Joyce will be available free to BT Sport subscribers.
Iron Mike, 54, returns to the ring 15 years after retiring to face 51-year-old Jones Jr on November 28 for the eight-round clash in California.
The bout will not be professionally sanctioned or affect their records.
But many boxing aficionados – including Tyson’s legendary former trainer Freddie Roach – are expecting anything but an exhibition.
However, boxing fans are not impressed that an exhibition bout is behind a paywall.
Responding to BT’s announcement, Rob wrote: “Box office for this?! Seriously?”
Craig went one step further and tweeted: “This is deranged.”
And Dan Smith chipped in with: “Hopefully BT read the responses to this and have a think.
“People will watch of out intrigue I’m sure but won’t get numbers they are hoping for.”
A press conference is scheduled for Thursday night at 6pm and fans can watch on YouTube.
Despite the disgruntled reaction to the PPV announcement, fans will be relieved to hear Dubois vs Joyce will not cost extra.
Dynamite Dan was originally billed to defend his British and Commonwealth titles against the Juggernaut at a packed O2 in April.
But the coronavirus pandemic and ban on fans have led to a handful of rescheduled dates.
The London giants have now agreed to settle the score in a silent screamer with Dubois eager to get the show back on the road.
Source: Boxing - thesun.co.uk
